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7 articles for “embryo transfer”
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In-vitro Fertilization: Revolutionizing Livestock Breeding Efficiency
Abstract: In-vitro fertilization (IVF) has emerged as a transformative technology in animal breeding, particularly in the livestock industry. VF, or in vitro fertilization, is a process where an egg is fertilized by sperm outside the body, in a lab. After the egg is fertilized and begins to develop into an embryo, it is then placed into the uterus of the woman who will carry the pregnancy. This technique has significantly enhanced …
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Barriers to Advanced Reproductive Technologies in the Subsistence Dairy Farming Systems: Key Constraints and the Way Forward
Abstract: The adoption of advanced reproductive technologies (ARTs) in subsistence dairy farming remains limited despite their potential to enhance genetic improvement, fertility rates, and overall productivity. This study explores the key constraints hindering the integration of ARTs, including artificial insemination, embryo transfer, and ovulation synchronization, within small-scale dairy production systems. Financial constraints, lack of awareness, inadequate veterinary support, and socio-cultural resistance are identified as primary barriers. Limited access to affordable credit, …
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 Read article
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Barriers to Advanced Reproductive Technologies in the Subsistence Dairy Farming Systems: Key Constraints andthe Way Forward
Abstract: The adoption of advanced reproductive technologies (ARTs) in subsistence dairy farming remainslimited despite their potential to enhance genetic improvement, fertility rates, and overall productivity.This study explores the key constraints hindering the integration of ARTs, including artificialinsemination, embryo transfer, and ovulation synchronization, within small-scale dairy productionsystems. Financial constraints, lack of awareness, inadequate veterinary support, and socio-culturalresistance are identified as primary barriers. Limited access to affordable credit, high costs ofreproductive inputs, and …
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 Read article
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Stem Cell and Cloning Technologies in Livestock Improvement: Advances, Applications, and Future Prospects for Sustainable Animal Production and Genetic Improvement
Abstract: Stem cell and cloning technologies have emerged as transformative tools for livestock improvement, enabling rapid genetic advancement, conservation of elite or endangered breeds, and development of animals with desirable production and health traits. Stem cells, including embryonic, adult, and induced pluripotent types, offer unparalleled potential due to their self-renewal, differentiation capacity, and versatility for genetic modification. Cloning technologies, particularly somatic cell nuclear transfer and embryo splitting, allow replication of superior …
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 44–53 Read article
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Somatic Embryogenesis from Immature Zygotic Embryos of Sterculia alata Roxb. and Monitoring the Ontogeny and the Genetic Fidelity of Somatic Embryos
Abstract: A protocol for the induction of somatic embryogenesis from immature zygotic embryos of Sterculia alata was established. The highest induction frequency for somatic embryogenesis was achieved using 3 mm size of zygotic embryos as explants on Murashige and Skoog (MS) medium supplemented with 2,4-D (2.0 mgl–1) + BAP (0.1 mgl–1) and 3% sucrose. The embryogenic calli differentiated when transferred to MS basal medium (maintenance medium) after three weeks treatment in …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 53–67 Read article
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Animal Cloning using Genetic Engineering and Applications
Abstract: Extracellular pronuclear DNA microinjection in zygotes, injection of genetically modified embryonic stem cells into blastocysts, are all examples of genetic engineering procedures used to create transgenic animal models. Enhancing animal production and productivity, improving animal disease resistance, and biomedical applications are all part of this technique. Cloning is the process of creating animals with the same genetic makeup as the donor nucleus. Somatic cell nuclear transfer has been the most …
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 5–8 Read article
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Spermmediated gene transfer revisited: optimizing delivery, integration, and germline transmissionin large animal models
Abstract: Spermmediated gene transfer (SMGT) exploits the natural role of spermatozoa as DNA vectors to deliver exogenous genetic material to oocytes, potentially enabling economical production of transgenic large animals without complex embryo micromanipulation (1). Early proofofconcept studies established that mammalian sperm can bind, internalize, and protect exogenous DNA, leading to integration, expression, and germline transmission in various species, including pigs (24). Subsequent mechanistic work has challenged the traditional view of sperm …
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 Read article